1971 Rover 2000 vs. 1966 Simca 1000
To start off, 1971 Rover 2000 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Simca 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Simca 1000 would be higher. At 1,978 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Rover 2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Rover 2000 (106 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1966 Simca 1000. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Rover 2000 should accelerate faster than 1966 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Rover 2000 weights approximately 565 kg more than 1966 Simca 1000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1971 Rover 2000 (172 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Simca 1000. (73 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1971 Rover 2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Rover 2000 | 1966 Simca 1000 | |
| Make | Rover | Simca |
| Model | 2000 | 1000 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1978 cc | 944 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2230 mm |
